"Thread" is the riveting journey of five unforgettable Afghan women through their personal transformations and economic empowerment. The story takes us into their hearts and minds—real characters in real life dramas striving to move forward from burqas to boutiques.

They survive in a land devastated by three decades of war and foreign occupation, where electricity is sporadic, running water a rarity, and deep-rooted cultural mores impede the progress of women. These brave women attempt to better their lives through business--specifically sewing and embroidering.

They are presented with a life altering opportunity to travel to New York City, to Seventh Avenue where fashion reigns. Yet, they must get permission from their husbands to make the trip. "Thread" is like being dropped through the headlines deep into the obscure lives of these five Afghan women. They beat the odds. They came to New York. They returned to the fire. (74 minutes, 2007)

Directed by Laurie Chock
Produced by Three Graces Productions